WARREN BARR BUFFALO GROVE

Warren Barr Buffalo Grove is a skilled nursing and long-term care facility located at 150 North Weiland Road in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, within Lake County. The facility operates with 200 certified beds and is classified under a for-profit partnership ownership structure. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 3 out of 5, which places it at the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are derived from three component areas: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Warren Barr Buffalo Grove received a 3-star rating in health inspections, reflecting performance in line with the national norm for that category. The staffing rating is 2 stars, indicating staffing levels below the national average. This component accounts for the ratio of nursing staff hours per resident per day, including registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants. The quality measure rating is 4 stars, which is above the national average, reflecting performance on clinical outcome indicators such as rates of hospitalization, falls, pressure ulcers, and other resident health metrics tracked by CMS. Warren Barr Buffalo Grove is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, meaning the facility is authorized to bill these federal and state programs for qualifying residents. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to specific eligibility criteria and duration limits. Medicaid may cover longer-term custodial care for residents who meet income and asset requirements under Illinois state guidelines. Prospective residents and their families are advised to contact the facility directly or consult with a benefits counselor to confirm current coverage and availability. Compared to national benchmarks, Warren Barr Buffalo Grove presents a mixed profile across its CMS rating categories. Its overall 3-star rating aligns with the national average. The 2-star staffing rating falls below the national norm, while the 4-star quality measure rating is a notable area of relative strength. The health inspection rating of 3 stars is consistent with national averages. This data is drawn from CMS Nursing Home Care Compare and is updated periodically. Individuals researching skilled nursing options in the Buffalo Grove area or Lake County, Illinois, may use this information alongside other available resources when evaluating care facilities.